By BRENDAN GALLAGHER

Sale Sharks ..................... 22pts
Tries: Creevy 17, Roebuck 43, Cowan-Dickie 48
Conversions: Ford 18, 48
Penalty: Ford 64

Saracens ...........................20pts
Tries: Van Zyl 40+1, Simpson 65
Conversions: Farrell 40+2, 66
Penalties: Farrell 11, 57
AN erratic blustery wind detracted a little from the spectacle but Sale displayed enough nous and skill to squeeze past reigning champions Saracens in this tense contest. Expect both teams to be heavily involved at the sharp end come the play-offs in May.
It was Sale’s 12th home win on the trot...